How to Pronounce Minims

To pronounce "minims", say MIN-ims — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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💡 Tip for remembering “minims”

"minims" has 2 syllables: min-ims. It rhymes with denims and benumbs, if that helps it stick.

What does minims mean?

noun

  1. A half note, drawn as a semibreve with a stem.
  2. A unit of volume, in the Imperial and U.S. customary systems, 1/60 fluid drachm. Approximately equal to 1 drop, 62 μL or 0.9 grain (weight) of water.

Words that rhyme with minims

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denimsbenumbs

Related words

minimiminimusminimillminimaminimaxminimeminimizedminum

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "minims"?▾

"Minims" has 2 syllables: min · ims.

What does "minims" mean?▾

Minims: A half note, drawn as a semibreve with a stem.

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